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Rated: 8.17/10 Based On: 12 Reviews

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03-12-2012
Submitted by: wavespinnerView Profile Send Email - Rating: 6 of 10
     The Seals site recommended the 2.2 size for my Liquidlogic XP10, so I bought that. I found it impossible to seat without assistance, so I put it on (without me) and left it on for a few days to "adapt." That didn't help, nor did subsequent usage. I've used skirts frequently for 10 years, so am not unfamiliar with the usage. Subsequent to this, I noticed a number of outfitters recommend the larger size for this boat which, I assume is based on their experience and feedback from customer.

Aside from the fit (not insignificant), the construction and materials appear adequate.

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06-25-2010
Submitted by: rtw73Send Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     Seals "Rental" spray skirt
A great touring skirt for those with leak issues it's made from the same rubber as standard dry bags with an adjustable nylon tunnel that is high enough that pooling water does not have any effect it also has suspenders to help with that. also a neat little feature is the grab loop which has a bungee looped through it that keeps it up on the deck and never flops down in the way while putting it on. Overall I give it a ten because it does its job and keeps the water out. quite a nice looking price too; paid 120.00

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09-02-2009
Submitted by: webberdSend Email - Rating: 8 of 10
     I own two Seals spray skirts, a Tropical Tour and an Extreme Tour.
The Extreme Tour gets the most use. The neoprene deck fits my Romany cockpit well and the skirt does a good job of keeping water out. However if my torso is getting into the water I get water leaking down between the tunnel and my torso. Also, the nylon used in the tunnel is a little noisy as it moves back and forth with torso rotation - slightly annoying on a very quite day.

The Tropical Tour is my back up skirt. It doesn't fit the cockpit rim as well and edging the rim under water will cause water to leak into the boat. It is certainly not as dry as the the Extreme Tour.

Seals Customer service is 1st-rate! I broke the implosion bar on the Tropical Tour and Seals fixed it quickly at no charge.

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02-04-2008
Submitted by: macurmaSend Email - Rating: 7 of 10
     Would like to upgrade my previous review to an overall 7. Contacted the factory and they agreed to fix the sprayskirt bungee free of charge if I shipped it to them. Waiting on the repairs...
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01-30-2008
Submitted by: macurmaSend Email - Rating: 5 of 10
     Bought the Seals skirt (Adventurer 2.2) last winter.
This is the second winter I've used it and the internal bungee cord has already lost its elasticity. I've had to make makeshift repairs to get the sprayskirt to seal around the cockpit opening. Kind of disappointed with this aspect of the product. The skirt does a good job of shedding water. I probably would buy a different brand next time.

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06-05-2007
Submitted by: HutleymasterSend Email - Rating: 9 of 10
     Bought this skirt (Adventurer 2.2) for lake use when the wind kicks up to keep me a little drier and warmer in my Carolina. The fit and workmanship are great. The reason I gave it a 9 is the tunnel barely goes around my 42" beer belly, but it does fit. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another, but would consider a breathable fabric or one with zips so I could vent a little.
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09-11-2006
Submitted by: ttphiloSend Email - Rating: 6 of 10
     I have an extreme tour skirt. it has a lot of nice features but only does a fair job of keeping out water. As this is by far it's primary purpose, I'm wouldn't recommend it to anyone, and certianly not for the $. Unfortunatly, the non-neoprene breathable material with codura reinforcement around the cockpit rim area breathes water. $135 later, I'm looking for another spray skirt.
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01-09-2006
Submitted by: duglyucklingSend Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     Seals Extreme Tour. I have only owned three spray skirts, a cheap nylon, a medium priced neoprene/nylon, and the Extreme Tour. You get what you pay for, the quallity of this is so obvious that never having tried it or any seals product I spent the $135 and went boating. Excellent seal, taught flat deck, and a breathable tunnel. Unfortunately for me I am selling my Tahsis Kevlar and building a Pygmy so I have to get a new spray skirt. This company makes an excellent product and I'm buying another.
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05-24-2005
Submitted by: wayne_smithView Profile Send Email - Rating: 9 of 10
     "Mariner" model.

Non-neoprene breathable material with codura reinforcement around the cockpit rim area on top & a rubberized coating on the inside of the rim. This skirt features an implosion bar, large mesh pocket on top, adjustable bungees over the pocket, reflective stripe, and at least 10 attachment loops to clip things like VHF's, or a GPS to.

The forward tip of the inside of the skirt is reinforced with nylon webbing that is part of the grab loop. The grab loop itself has a large rubber handle on it, and is tethered to the bungees, which hold the handle in the same position at all times - a feature I really like, because it makes it all but impossible to attach the skirt to the coaming with the grab loop inside the boat. It also assures you that the handle will always be in the same place no matter what your situation.

There is a paddle park clip near the tunnel on the deck. A bit over the top, IMO, but useful on a windy day if you don't have sufficient deck rigging to park your paddle otherwise. It also takes a bit of learning to use efficiently, but it is secure when closed around a paddle shaft. The tunnel itself is tapered & allows excellent range of motion for rolling and for differing seat positions in various boats. The tunnel also has a rubberized rim and velcro waist adjustment. Heavier paddlers may find it a bit snug, as it took very little adjustment to conform to my 34" waist. Suspenders are included with the skirt, but I found no need for them.

With the skirt mated to a drytop, I found no appreciable leakage after about 10 rolls.

A bit pricey compared to neoprene, but worth it. The utility of the pocket and attachment loops is obvious --- you can keep your radio and emergency gear on your sprayskirt in case of a wet exit, even if you don't have a lot of storage in your PFD. Overall, I like the skirt a lot.

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03-27-2005
Submitted by: ToddSend Email - Rating: 10 of 10
     I have a 'Mariner' model, and it is great! Has a nice paddle park, and deck lines. The grab loop is tied into to its deck bungee lines, so it always right where it needs to be, all in all worth every cent.
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02-17-2000
Submitted by: LR - Rating: 10 of 10Send Email
     I use the Seals Sprayskirt for sea kayaking (kev. Meridian). They make an adjustable waist skirt for those of us who are claustrophobic, and I learned to roll my Piedra using this same skirt! It works well in both river and sea kayaking, keeping water out of the boat and me in my mind. They have a website, sealsskirts.com, and are the only company I know of where I can get a Scots plaid skirt or a Hawaiian print on my skirt, or match the color of my boat and not lose any of the quality I want. I've used the skirt for three years now, and it looks new. I loan it out for demos because it fits everyone! I love it!
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07-12-1999
Submitted by: JPB - Rating: 8 of 10Send Email
     These sprayskirts are very fine. If you own new whitewater kayak and are tired getting a workout just putting your Perception LC1 rubber rand skirt on your boat, this is the skirt for you. I am not sure whether you can find one around in a store anymore (they might have gone out of business). But, a good alternative is a Snap Dragon skirt. Basically the same idea - a sprayskirt that is meant to fit on your boat and does so much easier than the LC1.
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